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Recently updated with wild and wacky sound effects for all 300 facts, new Weird-O-Meter sounds, and other surprises. Hear the pronunciation of the official name of Bangkok, Thailand--it is 167 letters long! Plus, now you can share facts with friends and family via Facebook and Twitter with the touch of a finger.

Did you know that girls have more taste buds than boys do? Or that slugs have 3,000 teeth and 4 noses? And who knew that gorillas burp when they’re happy? Get more than 300 Weird But True kid-friendly facts with the interactive app from National Geographic Kids!

Based on the phenomenally popular department in National Geographic Kids magazine and best-selling book franchise, Weird But True is now available for iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad!

-Swipe to move from fact to fact or shake the device to see a random fact.-Use the Weird-O-Meter to rate the level of “weirdness” for each fact and monitor results from all users on the Weirdest Facts list! -Bookmark your favorites or share the grossest facts with your friends via email, Facebook, and Twitter. -Use the Fact Finder to locate facts about your favorite subjects—animals, weather, space, science, and more! -Loaded with sound effects and awesome surprises, Weird But True is fun for kids of all ages!

Filled with wacky facts and tantalizing trivia that will engage curious kids and parents alike, Weird But True presents each of the 300 facts in a fun, colorful, and interactive format that will keep kids entertained—and learning—for hours! And parents can rest easy knowing that each fact is age-appropriate and handpicked by a brand they know and trust: National Geographic Kids.